Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2001 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 158,836 miles on the clock, averaging 7,786 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).
MOT & Mileage History for HF51 GXJ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 158,836 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,157 |
| Average per year | 7,786 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (1998–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Timing belt failure
Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).
Thermostat housing (plastic flange)
Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HF51 GXJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HF — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About HF51 GXJ
What car is HF51 GXJ?
HF51 GXJ is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2001.
What is the mileage of HF51 GXJ?
The last recorded mileage for HF51 GXJ was 158,836 miles, recorded on 1 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HF51 GXJ passed its MOT?
HF51 GXJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 1 Mar 2017.
Is HF51 GXJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HF51 GXJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is HF51 GXJ?
HF51 GXJ is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.